21st October, 2026Global Head of Finance – Charity ConsultancyLocation: Predominantly remote, some days in London required Permanent Role 75,000The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Global Head of Finance to join a mission-driven organisation providing financial consulting and support to clients across the not-for-profit and social impact sectors. This is a broad, strategic and hands-on role, overseeing financial management for an international, grant-funded organisation.
You will lead on financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial controls, while providing strategic advice to senior leadership and supporting effective financial decision-making across multiple countries and entities.
Working closely with non-finance stakeholders, you will play a key role in strengthening financial processes, improving reporting and ensuring the effective management of resources in a complex, international environment. Key ResponsibilitiesLead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning, including financial modelling and scenario analysis.
Oversee monthly management accounts, financial reporting and variance analysis, providing clear insights to support decision-making.
Manage month-end and year-end processes, statutory accounts and external audits, ensuring strong financial controls and compliance.
Monitor cash flow, reserves and financial sustainability, identifying risks and recommending appropriate mitigation strategies.
Oversee grant and donor financial management, including budget development, expenditure monitoring and donor reporting.
Act as a strategic finance business partner to senior leadership, country directors and programme teams. Strengthen financial policies, systems, processes and reporting across multiple entities and geographies.
Support and develop the financial capability of non-finance stakeholders, promoting best practice across the organisation.
About You
You will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with significant experience in a senior finance role. You will combine strong technical accounting expertise with commercial awareness, strategic thinking and the ability to communicate complex financial information to a range of stakeholders.
Experience in the not-for-profit, international development or grant-funded sector.
Strong expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and management reporting.
Experience managing grant funding, donor compliance and restricted funds. A proven track record overseeing month-end, year-end and external audit processes.
Experience working across multiple entities, countries or complex organisational structures.
Strong financial modelling, cash flow management and reserves planning skills. The ability to influence senior stakeholders and provide clear, actionable financial insight. A proactive, solutions-focused approach, with excellent communication and organisational skills. Experience in a multi-country organisation, outsourced finance or shared service environment, and familiarity with international accounting frameworks would be advantageous.
Global Head of Finance in London employer: Trace Recruitment
As a rapidly scaling fin-tech and payments platform based in the heart of the City of London, we offer an exceptional opportunity for our Finance Director to not only lead financial strategy but also to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a market-leading business. Our dynamic work culture fosters innovation and collaboration, while our commitment to employee growth ensures that you will have the resources and support needed to advance your career towards a CFO position. With competitive compensation, including bonuses and equity, and the chance to work closely with the CEO and Board, this is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a thriving industry.
